Here we are on the verge of Spring and my running regiment continues. In the Midwest, the warmer weather is trying to break through but Mother Nature still has some fight left in her. Seems the sunny days are outnumbered by less than ideal spring temperatures, but regardless, my running is in full swing. I…
When I decided I was going to run the Hot Chocolate Race, I had one goal and one goal only. It was to cross over the finish line if I had to crawl, be dragged or walk/run myself. So, it was only fitting that once I completed the 5K, I felt it time to have…
Today was the day … it had finally come. The Hot Chocolate 5K race had a staggered start with the faster paced runners starting off first; then about every three minutes the next group will begin and so on. My actual run time is marked with the timing child in my racing bib. Stepping over the start marker starts my own…
Once I decided to become a runner, I talked with my doctor to determine I was healthy enough to take up running. I was given the green light so I invested in a good pair of running shoes, and set my sights on the road ahead. I had been suffering hip and joint pain as…
For this Week Five of the Eight Weeks of Christmas, I write about Health and Wellness, not just anybody’s health and wellness, but yours! Now you ask, what does health and wellness have to do with the weeks leading up to Christmas? Well … many of us endure additional stress this time of year, stress…
For this Week Four of the Eight Weeks of Christmas series, I wanted to continue the theme that you don’t necessarily need to spend money to make the most of the time of year. Think about becoming a volunteer. Just like most of us, many families live on a budget. But one thing that we all have…
Happy Thanksgiving! If you are like me, this day is not just about all delicious food and watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade; but it is also about Saying Thanks-Giving Back. I think we all can attest that our lives are not perfect and we have all endured heartache and overcome challenges in our lifetime,…
For this Week Two & Three of the Eight Weeks of Christmas, it remains important to remember this time of year should be filled laughter, peace and resolve. This is the time we should remember to stay focused on the blessings that have come into our lives. For week two & week three, my kiddo and I wanted to hand write letters…
Unplug Your Kids: Connect Your Family! Does this sound familiar? Are your children always asking to play on their electronics? Do you check Social Media when first thing in the morning? Before you go to bed? While fixing dinner? Do your children barter for more time on their _____________ (DS, Tablet, phone, TV)? Do you find…
Geocache you say? What is Geocaching? ge•o•cach•ing (noun) is a recreational activity of searching for and locating a hidden object (known as a Cache) using the coordinates of Global Positioning System (GPS) posted on a website. In other words, family entertainment and outdoor adventures all while trying to find creatively hidden objects for the challenge of saying FOUND…